I’ve been in the business of investing in real estate and protecting real estate for over 30 years. Over the course of my career, I’ve seen the ups, the downs, the ins and the outs! I’ve learned a ton from hands-on experiences and from different mentors. Recently I was challenged by one of my mentors …
Are you a first-time investor looking for property to renovate? Investments in properties can result in huge financial gains. However, it’s not always easy to know the best way to renovate a property in the most cost-effective way. Let’s take a look at the different types of investment in property to renovate. There are two …
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You’ve put up the “For Sale” sign. You’ve hired a real estate agent. And that Open House is approaching fast. You understand that staging is crucial in increasing your home value. Not to mention, getting you a more lucrative sale. But you don’t want to spend hundreds of dollars on furniture that only sits in …
When it comes to investing, there’s just something special about property ownership. Unlike investing in the stock market, investing in the California housing market gives you something tangible. This allows investors to take a more hands-on approach, both literally and figuratively. The ability to take control is a factor that many investors appreciate about real …
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In general, investing in real estate is one of the more reliable ways to make a regular income. Although, even within the real estate sector itself, some investments are better than others, depending on what your financial goals are. “Flipping” has become a popular trend in real estate, as investors buy a home, renovate it, …
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If you’re an apartment owner, you know one of the smartest, safest things you can do for yourself is get insurance for your investment. However, once you’ve gotten apartment insurance, that doesn’t mean that you can just rest easy. You’ve completed an important first step, but there are still other things you can do to …
If owning, managing and/or selling properties are a major source of income for you, then you have to make sure you stay competitive with others in this industry. “Standing still” and not taking advantage of new trends and developments means that others are increasing their income potential while you are not. This also means they …
If you’re a landlord that has been collecting rent from tenants on your properties for quite some time, then you’ve already had the protection of some insurance policies for years now. However, while it is important to have that insurance, and pay your premiums to maintain it, it is also important for you to periodically …
When the word “flood” enters into the conversation, some people conjure up imagery of almost biblical proportions, with great tides of water engulfing entire neighborhoods, and people stranded on their roof, waiting for lifeboats or helicopters to carry them to safety. In truth, most floods, while not as dramatic in appearance as cinematic versions, still …
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California is one of the golden states in the country when it comes to financial opportunity. If you’re in business in the media, technology, or entertainment industries, California is a great choice. As a result of all that financial activity, other industries and business sectors also do well. Housing and rental properties are clearly one …
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